The beating heart of southeastern Wisconsin, Downtown Milwaukee has reclaimed its place as the entertainment and dining hub of Milwaukee. More than just a place to work and play, Downtown has again become a place to live, too, with more than 15,000 residents.
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Milwaukee Buzz
OnMilwaukee.com Recommends: December 10, 2009 By OnMilwaukee.com Staff Writers - Dec. 10, 2009 1:14 p.m. The cold weather has the OnMilwaukee.com editorial office hunkering down with some good music, warming up with a tasty Caribbean dish, a song that's sure to get you in the holiday spirit and much more. ... |
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Arts & Entertainment
Ann Landers, Plaid Dinner Jackets fill major stages By Damien Jaques - Dec. 3, 2009 8:57 a.m. Theater companies have learned to avoid scheduling shows of great heft this time of year. Death, politics and cussing are out of style until Jan. 1. Milwaukee's two largest theater companies, the Rep and the Skylight Opera Theatre, are reflecting that and the economic mood with a couple of shows with small casts but big entertainment value. ... |
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Travel & Visitors Guide
Commentary
Rediscovering The Shops of Grand Avenue By Drew Olson - Dec. 1, 2009 4:15 p.m. Like its counterparts in other Downtown areas, Milwaukee's last remaining shopping mall has seen better days. Although the shopping experience seems a bit sleepy and sedate, there is reason to think about a rebirth. ... |
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Bars & Clubs
No-frills Bar None caters to anyone and everyone By Andrew Wagner - Dec. 1, 2009 3:13 p.m. Water Street's newest watering hole is a small, no-frills bar that prides itself on the basics: stiff drinks, good atmosphere and great customer service. Since opening four weeks ago, general manager Amy Bladow has seen her business improve steadily and is hoping to make her establishment as much of a Water Street legacy as her well-known neighbors. ... |
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Kids & Family
Commentary
"Sesame Street Live" celebrates 100 with "1-2-3" By Bobby Tanzilo - Nov. 26, 2009 9:17 a.m. Although I had never pictured myself at a "Sesame Street Live" performance, I'm now a veteran of two, and soon three, shows. That makes me one of more than 50 million people who have witnessed these great characters on stage. ... |
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Holiday Guide
Blogs
One sign says it all By Jeff Sherman - Dec. 11, 2009 9:24 a.m. I stopped at Starbucks at Red Arrow Park yesterday and couldn't help but laugh at our sign on the ice rink. It couldn't be more true, especially this weekend. ... |
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Marketplace
Blogs
More of State Street Downtown will convert to two-way traffic By Jeff Sherman - Dec. 10, 2009 6:38 p.m. Construction for the East State Street paving project (a project that was three years in the making) is expected to begin in the spring of 2010. The Public Safety committee approved it this morning. ... |
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Dining
Blogs
Charro impresses from salsa to snapper By Jeff Sherman - Dec. 10, 2009 9:14 a.m. Jeff Sherman had his first meal at Charro, 729 N. Milwaukee St., a few weekends ago. All around, he says, it was a great experience. ... |
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Bars & Clubs
Blogs
Desperate Housewives' Jesse Metcalfe in town Friday night By Jeff Sherman - Dec. 9, 2009 3:04 p.m. Jesse Metcalfe, of "Desperate Housewives" fame, comes to town Friday night. He'll celebrate his 31st birthday at Suite, 1103 N. Old World 3rd St. Doors open at 9 p.m. ... |
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Dining
Blogs
Six courses of self-indulgence By Maureen Post - Dec. 9, 2009 2:42 p.m. Last night's wine dinner at Mo's -- A Place for Steaks was a lesson in indulgence. A six-course spread prepared by visiting Chef Ken Arnone served with wines from Terlato International was more than your typical Tuesday night dinner. It was a decadent feast. ... |
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180 Personal Fitness Training & Wellness Center ( map ) 770 N. Jefferson St., Milwaukee (414) 277-9335 |
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2 Milwaukee Painters ( map ) 156 Green Bay Rd., Cedarburg (414) 645-0544 |
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Abbey Biercafe ( map ) 134 E. Junaeu Ave., Milwaukee (414) 755-0333 |
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African American Children's Theatre ( map ) 325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee (414) 461-5771 |
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Airport Cab Company ( map ) P.O. Box 370544, Milwaukee (414) 384-8294 |
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In Milwaukee Admirals: Friends of Bradford Beach Night Dec. 11, 2009 7:00 p.m. |
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In Milwaukee Admirals: Milwaukee Admirals vs. San Antonio Rampage Dec. 11, 2009 7:00 p.m. |
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In Music: The Subdudes Dec. 11, 2009 8:00 p.m. |
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In Shopping: Urban Garage Sale Dec. 12, 2009 10:30 a.m. |
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In Music: Daryl Stuermer- Genesis Rewired Dec. 12, 2009 6:00 p.m. |
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